Hardin Medical Center
Paramedic- Full Time
Hardin Medical Center, Savannah, Tennessee, United States, 38372
Description
FLSA Employment Status:
Nonexempt/Hourly
JOB SUMMARY
To assess injuries, administer emergency medical care, and extricate trapped individuals. Transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities. The Paramedic performs various patient care activities in the pre-hospital and emergency setting, in accordance with all rules and regulations set forth by the State of Tennessee.
Reporting Structure:
Reports to the Director of EMS and/or Shift Supervisor
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education
High School or GED Equivalent
Must have completed A-EMT/Paramedic course as required by State of Tennessee
Work Experience
Some paramedic work experience preferred. Must have paramedic internship experience.
License/Certification
Current Tennessee Paramedic Licensure
Maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS),
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
CORE COMPETENCIESMission, VisionCore ValuesStandards of ConductAIDET/Organization ExpectationsSafetyQualityFlexibilityCustomer ServiceDiversity and InclusionFinanceAbuse and Neglect of Adult PatientAbuse and Neglect of Pediatric PatientAcute Coronary Syndrome/Chest Pain ProtocolsBiohazard WasteCC Hand Hygiene
JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust possess the ability to communicate with and effectively treat patients of all ages in stressful pre-hospital environments and emergency healthcare situations.Ability to administer emergency medical care to their scope of training.Ability to speak effectively and convey information to supervisors, peers, and customersDemonstrated knowledge of clinical procedures, medical knowledge, techniques, and information needed to treat injuries.
Ambulance operationsMaintain unencumbered and safe driving record in the State of Tennessee.Current in Vanessa K. Free and EVOC training
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAdministers first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.Operates equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments.Performs emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride.Observes, records, and reports to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment.Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.Treats medical emergencies.Implements advanced life support techniques.Operates diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.Informs medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.Monitors patient progress or responses to treatments.Operates the EMS communication equipment in professional manner using proper protocols and procedures and records all pertinent information obtained from EMS dispatch.Performs pre-hospital duties in compliance with all state EMS rules and regulations.
ePCR RequirementsPerforms pre-hospital A-EMT duties in compliance with all state EMS rules and regulations and under the direction of the departmental medical director.Performs daily vehicle maintenance check and cleans both inside and outside of assigned unit on a daily basis.Actively participates in safe delivery of patient care and maintains a safe environment for all patients.Maintains patient confidentiality.
OTHER DUTIESPerforms similar, less skilled tasks, including assisting with clerical duties within the department.Demonstrates flexibility as patient care needs change.Works in cooperation with co-workers and supervisory staff.Completes time keeping payroll records, as defined by EMS policy and procedure
PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust pass a physical examination and physical agility test.Physical demands include lifting, climbing, pushing, reading, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and exert 20-50 pounds of pressure during a scheduled work shift.OSHA Category I tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue.Will work outside in inclement weather.Physically capable of performing all A-EMT/Paramedic services with reasonable accommodation.Prolonged periods of standing and walkingMust be able to see with corrective eye wearMust be able to hear clearly with assistanceMay be exposed to infectious and contagious diseasesAble to handle emergency and/or crisis situationsMay be required to wear protective equipment as necessaryTransferring, repositioning patients.Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions.Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Activity
Occasionally (1-33%)
Frequently (34% to 66%)
Continuously (67% to 100%)
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Standing
X
Bending
X
Squatting
X
Climbing
X
Crouching
X
Kneeling
X
Twisting
X
Lifting
X
Carrying
X
Pushing
X
FLSA Employment Status:
Nonexempt/Hourly
JOB SUMMARY
To assess injuries, administer emergency medical care, and extricate trapped individuals. Transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities. The Paramedic performs various patient care activities in the pre-hospital and emergency setting, in accordance with all rules and regulations set forth by the State of Tennessee.
Reporting Structure:
Reports to the Director of EMS and/or Shift Supervisor
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education
High School or GED Equivalent
Must have completed A-EMT/Paramedic course as required by State of Tennessee
Work Experience
Some paramedic work experience preferred. Must have paramedic internship experience.
License/Certification
Current Tennessee Paramedic Licensure
Maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS),
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
CORE COMPETENCIESMission, VisionCore ValuesStandards of ConductAIDET/Organization ExpectationsSafetyQualityFlexibilityCustomer ServiceDiversity and InclusionFinanceAbuse and Neglect of Adult PatientAbuse and Neglect of Pediatric PatientAcute Coronary Syndrome/Chest Pain ProtocolsBiohazard WasteCC Hand Hygiene
JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust possess the ability to communicate with and effectively treat patients of all ages in stressful pre-hospital environments and emergency healthcare situations.Ability to administer emergency medical care to their scope of training.Ability to speak effectively and convey information to supervisors, peers, and customersDemonstrated knowledge of clinical procedures, medical knowledge, techniques, and information needed to treat injuries.
Ambulance operationsMaintain unencumbered and safe driving record in the State of Tennessee.Current in Vanessa K. Free and EVOC training
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAdministers first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.Operates equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments.Performs emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride.Observes, records, and reports to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment.Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.Treats medical emergencies.Implements advanced life support techniques.Operates diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.Informs medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.Monitors patient progress or responses to treatments.Operates the EMS communication equipment in professional manner using proper protocols and procedures and records all pertinent information obtained from EMS dispatch.Performs pre-hospital duties in compliance with all state EMS rules and regulations.
ePCR RequirementsPerforms pre-hospital A-EMT duties in compliance with all state EMS rules and regulations and under the direction of the departmental medical director.Performs daily vehicle maintenance check and cleans both inside and outside of assigned unit on a daily basis.Actively participates in safe delivery of patient care and maintains a safe environment for all patients.Maintains patient confidentiality.
OTHER DUTIESPerforms similar, less skilled tasks, including assisting with clerical duties within the department.Demonstrates flexibility as patient care needs change.Works in cooperation with co-workers and supervisory staff.Completes time keeping payroll records, as defined by EMS policy and procedure
PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust pass a physical examination and physical agility test.Physical demands include lifting, climbing, pushing, reading, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and exert 20-50 pounds of pressure during a scheduled work shift.OSHA Category I tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue.Will work outside in inclement weather.Physically capable of performing all A-EMT/Paramedic services with reasonable accommodation.Prolonged periods of standing and walkingMust be able to see with corrective eye wearMust be able to hear clearly with assistanceMay be exposed to infectious and contagious diseasesAble to handle emergency and/or crisis situationsMay be required to wear protective equipment as necessaryTransferring, repositioning patients.Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions.Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Activity
Occasionally (1-33%)
Frequently (34% to 66%)
Continuously (67% to 100%)
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Standing
X
Bending
X
Squatting
X
Climbing
X
Crouching
X
Kneeling
X
Twisting
X
Lifting
X
Carrying
X
Pushing
X